Hindi-English Horror Numinous to Debut at AFM with 2027 Release

The Indian horror market has expanded rapidly, with recent titles earning tens of millions of dollars globally. Against this backdrop, a new bilingual production has finished shooting and is preparing to enter the sales arena.

Principal photography for Numinous has concluded. The film was shot in both Hindi and English. Bangkok-based sales agent Fearfolks will present the project's first look at the American Film Market. The theatrical release is currently scheduled for late 2027.

Jay Alani directs the movie and stars in the lead role. He is a paranormal investigator, podcast host, and bestselling author. His character draws on the archetype of Ed Warren. The narrative adapts a specific case file from Alani's own documented investigations, adding procedural detail to the script.

The story begins when police respond to a disturbance at a remote property in Himachal Pradesh. They find a ruined structure and a body sitting upright inside. The victim's family disputes the official cause of death. They hire a paranormal investigator to look deeper. His inquiry uncovers forces that exceed the scope of standard criminal procedures.

The cast includes Gaurav K. Sharma, known for Gangs of Waseypur and Madras Cafe. Mihir Rajda, recognized for the series Family Kirana Store, also co-stars. Alani stated he wants the audience to feel as though they have inadvertently stepped into an investigation they should not be part of. Hans Audric Estialbo, CEO of Fearfolks, described Alani's style as fearless and confident that the film will resonate across India and international markets.

The announcement arrives as Indian horror achieves commercial milestones. Stree 2 earned 91 million dollars worldwide. The third Bhool Bhulaiyaa film grossed 44.9 million dollars. The supernatural thriller Shaitaan took in 22.7 million dollars. On the festival circuit, Bramayugam screened at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Sister Midnight debuted at the Cannes Film Festival.

Alani maintains a public presence through TEDx talks and international media appearances. His case files have garnered millions of views. His books include Haunted, The Paranormal Boy, and The Haunted Doorway. Fearfolks previously distributed Thailand's Death Whisperer franchise and A24's Mother Mary in India. The agent is set to distribute Blumhouse's River and Neon's Artificial in Thailand.